May 09 Thursday
The Vatcher Brothers are a Northern California indie-alternative duo whose exciting mix of crunchy rock and thumpy electronic pop is hauntingly familiar yet refreshingly new.
May 10 Friday
Experience natured themed creative movement, sing, and dance with Kaeshi Chai. Kaeshi is a bi-coastal educator, dancer, choreographer, designer, producer, and director whose life mission is to serve our precious planet and empower others through the vehicle of art. learn more about Kaeshi at kaeshi.com.
Since 1981 Humboldt Literacy Project has provided free confidential English Language tutoring with programs for native speakers, English as a second language, and family literacy.
Join Laura White and Xeff Scolari for an evening of original songs at Phatsy Kline's Parlor Lounge
May 11 Saturday
Join Sanctuary Forest and local birder Ann Constantino for a Birds of SoHum walk at Southern Humboldt Community Park on Saturday, May 11. We will check out the swift and swallow action under the bridge and then proceed into the community park. We can expect to see nesting behavior and possibly some fledglings, including Lazuli Buntings, Western Kingbirds, Western Bluebirds, Bullocks Orioles and more. The easy walk will last 2-3 hours. Participants should bring sturdy shoes, binoculars, lunch, water, and sun protection. Meet at Tooby Park at 8am. Email anna@sanctuaryforest.org to RSVP. For more info, contact Ann at 707-296-8720.
The Arcata Plaza Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday, year round, offering the freshest produce, meat, fish, cheese, eggs, bread, flowers, and more! Enjoy music and hot food vendors at this fun, family friendly event. No pets are allowed, but trained, ADA certified, service animals are welcome. CalFresh EBT customers are able to receive a market match at every farmers’ market to help make fresh food more affordable. Visit the market info booth for more information.
Enjoy live music by SoHum Girls!
Open 9am - 2pm every Saturday.
On Saturday May 11th, please join us in celebrating the newly released book Saving the North Coast Redwoods at the Humboldt Redwoods State Park Visitor Center (between Weott and Myers Flat, next to Burlington Campground). Meet the author Susan J.P. O'Hara and have your copy of Saving the North Coast Redwoods signed! Refreshments and fun provided. 1:00 - 3:00.
You can help your letter carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” in our community by participating in the country’s largest one-day food drive on Saturday, May 11! It’s easy to participate. Look for the blue donation bags in your mailbox the week leading up to the food drive, and place your donations of non-perishable food in the bag and leave it by your mailbox on May 11. Your letter carrier will do the rest, picking up donations and delivering them to Food for People and their network of countywide food pantries. To sign up to volunteer contact volunteer@foodforpeople.org
MinuteHand is the new solo album from John Ludington (member of Absynth Quartet and Canary & the Vamp). Ludington will be accompanied by a full band to help celebrate!
May 12 Sunday
Bring your mom this Sunday, May 12th, to the Mattole Grange. We are hosting a down-home Pancake Breakfast, 8 TO 11AM. All the pancakes you can eat, Made from scratch using Mattole grown organic Hindley whole wheat or Gluten-Free or Krusteaz Option, eggs cooked any way you like. Choice of bacon or sausage, Coffee, Milk, and organic orange juice. Kids 6 and Under Eat for FREE! The Mattole Grange is located at A. Way Park on the Mattole Road between Honeydew and Petrolia. Sunday, April 21st, from 8 to 11 for a hearty breakfast at The historic Mattole Grange Hall
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Sunday, May 12 come Celebrate moms at the Mother’s Day Luncheon at Bayside Grange, 2297 Jacoby Creek Road, from 11am-5pm. Live music by DJ Goldylocks, Jazz Bros and Ponies of Harmony, food provided by Pineapple Express, cash bar with mimosas for moms and activities for kids of all ages! Raffle prizes from local vendors will benefit Humboldt Literacy Project. For more information call (707)630-3049
**Mother’s Day Luncheon at Bayside Grange**
This Mother’s Day, join us for a truly special event at the historic Bayside Grange on Sunday, May 12th, from 11am to 5pm.
Pineapple Express will offer a delightful array of Hawaiian dishes any mom would love! The ambience will be further enhanced by a cash bar offering special cocktails, ensuring a toast to all the incredible mothers present. Craft tables and activities will be provided for kids.
Musical guests Ponies of Harmony, Path of Totality, and DJ Goldylocks will create a harmonious backdrop for this memorable occasion.
A raffle benefiting the Humboldt Literacy Project, sponsored by local businesses, will offer attendees the chance to contribute to a noble cause while potentially winning prizes like gift certificates, gift baskets and more.
Join us in celebrating the remarkable women who shape our lives at this Mother’s Day luncheon. Let’s come together to create unforgettable memories and spread love and joy on this special day.